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Monday, February 18, 2013

Talk It Out: Fenced-In Flea Market on Ritchie Highway

On Facebook, commenters seemed to be of the same mind, saying the property owner should pack up, or clean the site up.

One of the more popular stories on Severna Park Patch last week was a photo gallery of a controversial fenced-in property alongside Ritchie Highway. The site is often used to sell flowers and Christmas trees, but right now it is not being operated and instead is used to house used furniture. In January, the property's owner Donna Marsh was issued a citation for operating a flea market on the land in violation of county zoning laws. On Facebook, commenters seemed to be of the same mind, saying the property owner should pack up, or clean the site up. Ellen McCourt Scarano: "I doubt the quality of the furniture is very good. I'd prefer the flower stand. It's my prettiest memory of my first days living in this area." Cathy Benjamin Pette: "…

Wednesday, February 13, 2013

PHOTO: Former Flower Stand Now Houses Furniture

The property's owner was issued a citation in January for operating an outdoor flea market in violation of local zoning laws.

When this spot on Ritchie Highway isn't operating as a roadside flower stand or pumpkin patch, it's mostly used to store old furniture. What would you like to see happen to this plot of land? There's a chain-link fence along Ritchie Highway between Arnold and Severna Park. If you've driven along the roadway, you really can't miss it.  It's operated seasonally by property owner Donna Marsh, according to The Capital. But when not in use, it houses old wares and old furniture.  In January, Marsh was issued a citation for operating an outdoor flea market on the property in violation of local zoning laws, according to online court records. A month later, there has been no change to the property.  What do you think should be done on this …

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Rob

12:32 pm on Saturday, February 16, 2013

She can never build a Brick & Mortar store there. It is almost all critical area and I seriously doubt she will get permits and variances to get that done. She would have tremendous opposition to building on the headwaters of Cypress Creek which needs grasses bad. Her place looks trashy and maybe you like it, but many don't like the look at would hate to see rt 2 look like some areas north of us.   more ›

Wednesday, June 29, 2011

ReSal Free Flea Draws Over 500 Patrons

Connect with the Severna Park organization that keeps giving away flea market finds and so much more.

Greg and Sheri Anderson, the Severna Park couple that own the Restorations and Salvations Thrift Store (“ReSal”) in Pasadena, have expanded their Free Family Flea Market.  Weather permitting, the event is held one Friday a month and is a chance to give away items to the public for free. This time, ReSal added an additional Free Flea last Saturday.  The Andersons reported that there were over 500 participants this time, making Saturday’s Free Flea the largest in ReSal history.  Sheri Anderson said, “This was amazing, there were already people lining up well before 9 o’clock.” Greg Anderson was also excited about the event.  “Many awesome things are happening today, it’s been a great day,” Anderson said. The ReSal Free Flea, modeled after …

Wednesday, March 30, 2011

Frugal Family

Frugal Family: Consignments, Free Fleas and Fieldtrips

Shop ‘til you drop without spending a dime. Buy something "new for you" or check out a great museum for free.

Even though it’s been too cold to enjoy flea market season, this weekend offers sales and a giveaway to help with spring cleaning, find bargains, help conserve our environment and shop for free.  Want more?  Go to a museum for free.  Read on to find out more about these great deals. 1. Severna Park EP Church – Spring Free Family Flea, 8 am to 11 am Looking to find a few treasures? Go to SPEP’s Annual Spring Free Family Flea Market and shop without spending a cent.  All items, from toys, housewares, clothing and knick-knacks are FREE for the taking.  At 11a.m., the remaining items will be donated to a local mission. If you have treasures that you’d like to donate, feel free to drop them off the night before, Friday, April 1, from 4p.m. to …

Wendi

4:11 pm on Wednesday, March 30, 2011

Very cool Maribel !! Love the Bank of America free museum visits !!   more ›

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